Irish Beef Stew
A hearty and comforting beef stew made with tender chunks of beef, potatoes, and carrots. Serve with some crusty bread for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
- ●1.5 lbs Irish Beef (1.5 lbs)
- ●1 cup beef stew (1 cup)
- ●2-3 medium chewy potatoes (2-3 medium)
- ●2-3 medium carrots (2-3 medium)
- ●2 tbsp buttery flour (2 tbsp)
- ●2 cups water (2 cups)
Instructions
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1. Cut the beef into 1-inch cubes and season with salt and pepper.
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2. Heat some oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
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3. Add the beef to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
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4. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
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5. Add the beef stew to the pot and cook for 1 minute.
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6. Add the potatoes and carrots to the pot and cook for 5 minutes.
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7. Add the browned beef back to the pot, along with the water.
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8. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
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9. Stir in the buttery flour to thicken the stew.
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10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.